TX: Natural disasters like hurricanes, flash floods, and wildfires are inevitable. The best way to protect yourself and your loved ones is through preparation. This year, the 2025 Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday provides an excellent opportunity to stock up on essential emergency supplies without paying sales tax. When is the Sales Tax Holiday?…
TX: During Texas’ annual sales tax holidays, certain taxable items are exempt from sales tax for a limited time. Timing and planning are critical for retailers, so be sure to mark your 2025 calendar for this year’s three sales tax holidays: Emergency Preparation Supplies: Saturday, April 26, through Monday, April 28, 2025. Energy Star and…
TX: If you’re selling tickets for an event, concert, or entertainment venue, understanding how sales tax applies is essential. In many states, including Texas, ticket sales may be subject to sales tax depending on the type of event and exemptions available. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know. Are Ticket Sales Taxable? In…
Running a restaurant in Texas? Then you will need to know how sales tax applies to the food and services you provide. Texas has specific rules about what is taxable and what isn’t regarding restaurants, catering, and food sales. Misunderstanding these rules could lead to compliance issues or lost profits. What Food & Beverages Are…
As we enter 2025, businesses and consumers alike should prepare for new changes to sales tax laws. Staying informed about these updates is critical to maintaining compliance and ensuring smooth operations. Here’s a quick overview of what to expect and how you can adapt. Key Changes in Sales Tax for 2025 New Tax Rates Several…
If you’re using Pinterest to promote and sell your products, you’re tapping into a powerhouse for visual marketing. But while your boards and pins might be driving traffic and sales, are you fully prepared for the sales tax implications of your growing business? Understanding Sales Tax on Pinterest Pinterest doesn’t manage sales or handle transactions—it…
The Louisiana House Ways and Means Committee took a significant step by advancing House Bill 8, which aims to modernize the state’s tax code. The bill passed without opposition and proposed applying the state sales tax to digital products and services, reflecting the growing shift to online consumption. Under the legislation, streaming platforms like Netflix…
Registering to Collect and Remit Sales Tax: Where to Begin Once you’ve identified where you have sales tax obligations, it’s time to register with each state to start collecting and remitting sales tax. Here’s how to get started: Obtain a Sales Tax Permit Before collecting sales tax, you must register for a sales tax permit…
Great news for Oklahoma residents—grocery prices are about to take a welcome dip! With inflation putting pressure on household budgets over the past few years, any reduction in the cost of essentials like food is a significant relief. The Oklahoma state legislature has recently passed a bill to reduce the sales tax on groceries. For…
As the digital economy continues to expand, Texas is updating its tax rules to better reflect the realities of the 21st-century marketplace. The Texas Comptroller’s office recently announced changes to how digital products, such as software, streaming services, and online content, are taxed. What’s Changing? Under the new rules, Texas will impose sales tax on…
